Blackwater Creek Trail
Blackwater Creek Natural Area, Lynchburg city, VA
Out-and-back trail in Blackwater Creek Natural Area, Lynchburg city, VA. Road & touring bike & Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 495 ft (151 m)
- Est. Time
- 45 min
- High point
- 666 ft (203 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Josiah Holbrook (1788-1854) 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Emergency phone 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: Blackwater Creek Trail East Randolph Place Entrance 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Awareness Garden 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Blackwater Creek Trail Ed Page Entrance 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
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Questions about Blackwater Creek Trail
How long is Blackwater Creek Trail?
Blackwater Creek Trail is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) long. Most people take about 45 min. It climbs 495 ft (151 m) in total, up to a high point of 666 ft (203 m).
How hard is Blackwater Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blackwater Creek Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Blackwater Creek Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 0.1 mi (0.2 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 2.1 mi (3.4 km), 6.1 mi (9.8 km), 6.1 mi (9.8 km).
Is Blackwater Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (95% under trees).
What can you do on Blackwater Creek Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike. Also: Hiking. Shared with bikes. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Blackwater Creek Trail?
The Loving Co., 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Otterback Outfitters, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Blackwater Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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